Mechanical Project Manager

The Rudolph Libbe Group is a leading, full-service provider of construction and facility solutions headquartered in Walbridge, Ohio. Founded in 1955, RLG operates as a single-source partner for clients across diverse industries, offering expertise in construction management, design-build, energy solutions, and ongoing facility maintenance.

Our organization is comprised of multiple companies working together as one team. This integrated structure allows us to deliver everything from site selection and financing to construction, renovation, and long-term facility management, ensuring seamless service and exceptional results.

With regional offices in North Ridgeville, Columbus, Lima, and Livonia, and a workforce of skilled tradespeople and professionals, we serve markets including automotive, healthcare, manufacturing, education, and commercial sectors. At RLG, we pride ourselves on a safety-first culture, collaborative approach, and commitment to quality, making us one of the top contractors in the nation.

Rudolph Libbe Group is in search of a Mechanical Project Manager that can drive performance, build teams, as well as enhance customer relationships. The Mechanical Project Manager will effectively manage project teams on safety, cost, material, schedule, subcontractors, changes, and quality on assigned projects.  Responsibilities include building and strengthening relationships with new and existing customers, estimating, and managing multiple construction projects and identifying new opportunities to provide value added services for clients.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES         

• Responsible for general operational oversight and completion of assigned projects.
• Responsible for developing and implementing strategies for timely and cost-effective completion of projects.
• Provide project status updates to the management team regularly.
• Identifying potential risks, assessing their impact on the project, and developing strategies to mitigate or manage these risks effectively.
• Prioritizing and enforcing safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
• Ensuring that the project adheres to quality standards and specifications, conducting inspections, and implementing quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Addressing and resolving issues and challenges that arise during construction, making informed decisions, and preventing delays or disruptions.
• Leading and managing the project team through the successful completion of projects.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key customers.
• Participation in strategic and operational initiatives to enhance, grow, and improve the company.

SKILLS

• Ability to work through problems (technical/non-technical) in a crisis, make decisions, and provide clear directions. Recognizes and asks questions to seek to understand and drive to a conclusion.

• Successfully wins over customers (internal and external).
• Ability to win the support of important stakeholders for ideas, proposals, projects, and solutions. Able to influence others to commit to a course of action.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills (written and verbal).

• Strong and relevant computer skills.

• Knowledge of safety best practices and procedures.

• Ability to prioritize, pivot with unexpected changes, handle multiple tasks and respond quickly to requests of customers and superintendents.

• Ability to identify client needs and manage the work from conceptual stage through completion.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE     

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working in the construction industry with strong estimating, preconstruction, and project management experience.
• History of managing commercial and industrial construction projects.

GEM Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Interested candidates should apply online at www.rlgbuilds.com/careers.